The DNR has used Earn-a-Buck and T-zone hunts to keep the state'sdeer herd in check the last several years. Some hunters have been outspoken about the programs saying they don't work. Lawmakers say its time for the DNR to scrap a pair of unpopular programs.

DNR to drop Earn-A-Buck, October antlerless hunts April 16, 2011 Wisconsin Management Milwaukee Journal SentinelBy Paul A. Smith of the Journal Sentinel In response to criticism from some hunters, the Department of Natural Resources announced plans Thursday to jettison two fundamental planks of its recent deer management program - Earn-A-Buck and the October antlerless hunts.

Wisconsin lawmakers consider bill banning earn-a-buck April 22, 2011 Wisconsin Management Chicago TribuneHunters in areas where earn-a-buck is in effect must kill an antlerlessdeer before they can take a buck. Wildlife officials use the requirements as a herd control technique, but hunters generally hate them because they have to pass up prize bucks. ...

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